[Whitley]

I have no pets. Want to get that out there. I am amazed at people who get so upset over a dog at the outside square. You do not need to know why the owner brings the dog. You can be curious, and if you wish, ask someone when you see it, but no one really needs to give anyone a reason. I guessed at a few reasons. They meet others at the square with similar views on dogs, they feel more comfortable having the dog with them, they are socially awkward and the dog helps with their stress, having a dog with them leads to meeting more people. Whatever reason they have, it is their reason. Not worth stressing over.